INTL434 Final Exam: Global Power Dynamics and International Relations
A comprehensive final exam covering global power dynamics and their effects on international relations.
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INTL434 Final Exam: Global Power Dynamics and International RelationsINTL434Final ExamShort Essay/Written Assignment–ZihalaInstructions:Answer each of the following in one or two sentences; just answer the question that is asked.Answer directly on thispagebelow each question. When you are finished, upload the fileunder the Assignments link.This must be finished by Sunday at 11:59pm Eastern or you willget a zero–no exceptions.1.Perkovich(Is India a Major Power?)discusses India’s “vibrant representative democracy” yethe highlights the problems caused by its diversity that could easily degenerate into civil conflictand disorder. Why? What does he identify as theproblems? And why can’t these problems befixed with a representative democracy that represents all the groups in India’s population?Answer:Perkovich argues that India’s diversity creates challenges such as regional tensions,religious conflict, and socioeconomic disparities, which can destabilize the country. Arepresentative democracy cannot resolve these problems because political representationdoes not address the deep-rooted identity-based conflicts and disparities between groups.2.In two articles on India, Mohan (Balancing Interests and Values) and Schaffer (Building a NewPartnership), the differences in India's relationship with the US during the Clinton and Bush IIadministrations is highlighted as very significant. What do these authors say are thedifferences and what caused them? Which administration did India prefer and why?Answer:Mohan highlights that during Clinton’s administration, India focused on economic growth,while Bush II emphasized security and counterterrorism. India preferred Bush II’s administrationbecause it viewed the U.S. as a more reliable partner for its strategic goals and global ambitions.3.Deng and Moore (China Views Globalization) discuss China’s view of globalization asoriginally pertaining only to economic matters. In recent years China has come to see thevalue of globalization concerning issues of security and international politics. Why do theChinese now hold the different view of globalization? Why do they prefer a multipolar world?Answer:China now sees globalization beyond economics, considering its political and security implicationsdue to its growing global influence. They prefer a multipolar world to avoid domination by any singlesuperpower, ensuring they can maintain greater autonomy and influence in international matters.4.Wu Xinbo (The Promise and Limitations of a Sino-US Relationship)opines that the new globalthreat of terrorism has made China rethink its participation in the proliferation of nuclearweapons. Why the change in attitude and what are the Chinese doing differently?Answer:China's attitude towards nuclear proliferation changed due to the global threat ofterrorism, which made them reconsider the risks associated with nuclear weapons in unstableregions. China is focusing on diplomacy and nonproliferation efforts to ensure regional securitywhile reducing the threat of nuclear escalation.5.Wallender(Russian Transimperialism)defines the two directions Russia could go aspostimperial and neoimperial. Define these terms and the advantage/disadvantage of Russiagoing one way or the other.